Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Natural Foods Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada

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Ohio

Akron

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Canton, Hudson, and North Canton.)

Aladdin's Eatery

782 W. Market St., , Akron, OH 44303

(330) 535-0110

Middle Eastern. This local restaurant chain offers great Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, including many vegetarian and vegan options. These include lentil soup, vegetarian chili, hummus, tabbouleh, salads, stuffed grape leaves, falafel, and six vegetarian rolled pita options. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, beer/wine, special beverages, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Mustard Seed Market & Café

3885 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44333

(330) 666-7333

Natural foods store/café. Mustard Seed Market & Café is one of the largest natural food stores in the midwest. The restaurant, located within the store, offers great natural food dishes. There is a strong emphasis on vegetarian dishes, including macrobiotic and vegan meals, but some seafood and poultry are also served. Mustard Seed Market uses organic foods and has the best produce department in town. Open Sunday for brunch. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, wine/beer, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/DISC, $$.

•• VegiTerranean

21 Furnace St., Akron, OH 44308

(330) 374-5550

Vegan/Mediterranean. A combination restaurant, bar, coffeehouse, and bakery, VegiTerranean is a hip, contemporary, and upscale vegan establishment. Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and lead singer of The Pretenders, Chrissie Hynde wanted her restaurant to be in her native Akron. Organic foods are used as much as possible and all of their pizzas can be made gluten-free. VegiTerranean is in the Northside Lofts, just north of downtown Akron. Reservations are highly recommended. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, take-out, catering, beer/wine/alcohol, special beverages, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$.

Amherst

Aladdin's Eatery

2261 Cooper Foster Park Rd., Amherst, OH 44001

(440) 282-3366

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Athens

Casa Nueva and Cantina

4 W. State St., Athens, OH 45701

(740) 592-2016

Mexican. This worker-owned restaurant obtains its produce and food ingredients from local farmers and has a rotating seasonal menu. Breakfast options include the Vegan Scrambler, soysage (made on the premises), and tofu bacon. They also have burritos, enchiladas, tacos, and other traditional favorites that can be made vegetarian by substituting marinated tofu. In addition, they offer salads and eight kinds of salsas. Open daily for three meals. Full service, take-out, catering, vegan options, fresh juices, organic coffee, VISA/MC, $-$$.

World's Best Bagels

31 N. Court St., Athens, OH 45701

(740) 594-5506

Bagel deli. World's Best Bagels offers 16 varieties of bagels, various cream cheeses, and even 11 types of creamy tofu spreads. Sandwiches, soups, and desserts help to make World's Best a bagel lover's paradise. Open daily for breakfast through late evening service. Limited service, vegan options, carry-out, catering, delivery, $.

Berea

Nam Wah

392 W. Bagley Rd., , Berea, OH 44017

(216) 243-8181

Vietnamese/Chinese. Nam Wah features a vegetarian menu with egg rolls, fried rice, lo mein, curry, and several other dishes. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DC, $.

Boardman

•• The Flaming Ice Cube

1449 Boardman-Canfield Rd., Boardman, OH 44512

(330) 726-4766

Vegetarian/eclectic. The Flaming Ice Cube is a vegetarian café, coffee shop, juice bar, and gift shop. They carry items such as vegan cookies, vegan jerkies, bath items, candles, books and CDs, yoga and meditation accessories, and more. Open Monday through Saturday for three meals. Open Sunday for lunch and early dinner. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, fresh juices, espresso/cappuccino, soymilk, smoothies, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$.

Bowling Green

•• Squeaker's Café & Health Food

175 N. Main St., Bowling Green, OH 43402

(419) 354-7000

Vegan caf?/natural foods store. Named for the owner's pet guinea pig, Squeaker's is home to a restaurant and a health foods store where 90 percent of the products are organic. The menu at the café includes soups, wraps, pizza, and daily specials, often made with produce from café's garden. Try their avocado bagel or curried tofu salad sandwich, perhaps with some cookies to finish off your meal. The owner donates a percentage of proceeds to environmental organizations. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, take-out, fresh juices, smoothies, VISA/MC, $.

Canton

Gregory's Family Restaurant

2835 Whipple Ave., NW, Canton, OH 44708

(330) 477-1296

American. Named the "best in Canton," Gregory's offers a vegetarian menu, including some vegan dishes, in addition to their traditional restaurant fare. Their "home cooking" meatless selections include specialty appetizers, side dishes, entrées with vegan gravy, salads, sweets, and breakfast foods. Open Monday through Friday for three meals. Open Saturday and Sunday for brunch. Full service, vegan options, cappuccino, VISA/MC, $$.

Mulligan's

4118 Belden Village St., NW, , Canton, OH 44718

(330) 493-8239

Pub. Located near the National Pro Football Hall of Fame, this turn-of-the-century Irish pub offers a separate vegetarian menu. This includes appetizers, salads, meatless chili, soups, veggie hot dogs, garden burgers, veggie deli sandwiches, burritos, pasta dishes, and rice and black beans. Try the Philadelphia "Steak" Sandwich, the Veggie "Chicken" Oriental Stir-Fry, the veggie "Chicken" Cacciatori, or the Junk Yard Dog with everything. Open daily for lunch through late evening service. Full service, vegan options, smoothies, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, beer/wine/alcohol, non-alcoholic beer/wine, special drinks, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX, $-$$.

Cincinnati

•• Amma's Kitchen

7633 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45237

(513) 821-2021

Vegetarian/Indian/Kosher. Amma's Kitchen (formerly Udipi Café), features highly affordable South Indian-style cuisine, including vegetable uthappam (Indian pancakes), dosas, and curries. The iddly (lentil and rice flour dumplings) and chana batura (bread and garbanzo beans) come highly recommended. Eggs are not used, but some of the recipes do employ yogurt. This restaurant offers a daily buffet. Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, special drinks, VISA/MC, $$.

Amol India Restaurant

354 Ludlow Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45220

(513) 961-3665

Indian. This Indian restaurant serves traditional dishes, many of which are vegetarian. Try the Bangan Bhartha, Aloo Chana Masala, Gajjar Mattar, or any of the other delicious selections. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, beer/wine/alcohol, $-$$$.

Andy's International Deli

906 Nassau St., Cincinnati, OH 45206

(513) 218-9791

American/international. Described as the "Best of Cincinnati," Andy's offers a wide variety of vegetarian salads, appetizers, and side dishes. Some selections include hummus, falafel, ratatouille, tabbouleh, dolmas, and spinach pie. Open daily for three meals. Limited service, vegan options, catering, take-out, smoothies, special drinks, beer/wine/alcohol, VISA/MC, $.

Arnold's Bar & Grill

210 E. 8th St., , Cincinnati, OH 45202

(513) 421-6234

American tavern. Arnold's is a unique turn-of-the-century tavern with good food, fresh ingredients, and a strong selection of vegetarian specials and soups. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Full service, fresh juice, wine/beer/alcohol, take-out, $$.

Cheng-I Cuisine

203 W. McMillan St., , Cincinnati, OH 45219

(513) 723-1999

Chinese. Cheng-I is a traditional Chinese restaurant with an extensive vegetarian menu. The Vegetarian Spring Rolls were voted best vegetarian appetizer by "Cincinnati Magazine." Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for dinner. Full service, vegetarian options, wine/beer/alcohol, catering, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$.

Floyd's of Cincinnati, Inc.

129 Calhoun St., , Cincinnati, OH 45219

(513) 221-2434

Middle Eastern. Various vegetarian Middle Eastern dishes, including tabbouleh, baba ghanouj, hummus, falafel sandwich, and salads are offered at Floyd's. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, $.

Indigo Casual Gourmet Café

2637 Erie Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45208

(513) 321-9952

American. Indigo offers a wide variety of vegetarian meals. On their menu, you can simply look for the "V" symbol, indicating a meatless dish. Located near Hyde Park Square, Indigo is earthy and informal, yet suitable for business entertaining. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, beer/wine/alcohol, non-alcoholic beer/wine, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$$.

Johnny Chan 2

11296 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45249

(513) 489-2388

Asian. An extensive selection of meatless dishes are available at Johnny Chan 2. Some include Bean Curd Vegetable Hot Pot, Yu Hsiang Eggplant, Spicy Szechuan String Beans, among many others. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Buffet, vegan options, senior discounts.

Lemon Grass Thai Cuisine

2666 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45208

(513) 321-2882

Thai. At Lemon Grass, you'll find a wide variey of dishes, including an entirely vegetarian section on the menu. Plus, nearly all other dishes can be prepared meatless, and if done so, the adaptation and modified price are listed directly on the menu! Reservations are recommended but not required at this informal restaurant. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for dinner. Full service, vegan options, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$.

•• Loving Café

6227 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45213

(513) 731-2233

Vegan/natural foods. Loving Café serves sandwiches, salads, soups, and rotating dinner specials. Enjoy veggie versions of Sloppy Joes, Chik'n & Greens, and Sushi. Because of its commitment to environmental responsibility, Loving Café works to reduce its own carbon footprint. So much of the physical restaurant was created from found, reclaimed, and reused materials. For disposable packaging, they make sure to use biodegradable or recyclable products. Loving Café, located in Pleasant Ridge, is closed between lunch and dinner so please call ahead for hours. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday. Limited service, take-out, smoothies, special drinks, VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$.

Mayura Restaurant

3201 Jefferson Ave., , Cincinnati, OH 45220

(513) 221-7125

Indian. This Indian restaurant with its attached bar offers many vegetarian dishes. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday. Full service, wine/beer/alcohol, catering, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Myra's Dionysus

121 Calhoun St., , Cincinnati, OH 45219

(513) 961-1578

International. Myra's has an extensive international menu, including Middle Eastern, Chinese, Greek, Brazilian, Mexican, Turkish, Indian, and Italian dishes.The menu features an incredible variety of excellent soups and many vegan selections. Outdoor seating is available. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for dinner. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer, catering, take-out, $.

Pacific Moon Café

8300 Market Pl., , Cincinnati, OH 45242

(513) 891-0091

Chinese. This restaurantés menu features the history of the Chin family (who run Pacific Moon Café), facts about historic Hong Kong, and best of all, a vegetarian section with dishes like Vegetarian Hot and Sour Ribs, Szechuan Green Beans, and Ma Po Tofu. Outdoor dining near an herb garden is available. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, non-alcoholic wine/beer, wine/beer, catering, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$.

Susan's Natural World

8315 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45255

(513) 474-4990

Natural foods. Susan's is a natural foods store with a juice bar. Two vegetarian soups are available daily, and there are numerous meatless sandwiches to choose from. Organic products are used when possible. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for lunch. Limited service, vegan options, fresh juices, coffee, $.

Tandoor India

8702 Market Place Ln., Cincinnati, OH 45242

(513) 793-7484

Indian. At Tandoor India, you'll find various vegetarian selections, including the vegetable samosas, mushroom mattar, and daal. This totally non-smoking, informal establishment is located near King's Island, a local attraction. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, special drinks, VISA/MC/AMEX/DC, $$.

What's For Dinner?

3009 O'Bryon St., Cincinnati, OH 45208

(513) 321-4404

Eclectic. Located near historic O'Bryonville on Madison Rd., What's for Dinner serves an award-winning veggie burger and meatless sloppy joes. While dining in the earthy atmosphere, you'll find a daily variety of vegetarian casseroles, salads, and soups. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday for lunch. Closed Sunday. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, catering, special drinks, VISA/MC/AMEX, $$.

Cleveland

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Berea, Cleveland Heights, Hudson, Independence, Lakewood, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Solon, South Euclid, Westlake, and Willoughby.)

Ali Baba Restaurant

12021 Lorain Rd., , Cleveland, OH 44111

(216) 251-2040

Middle Eastern. Ali Baba's menu features delicious Middle Eastern specialties created from recipes by the owner's grandmother. Their falafel, hummus, and baba ghanouj are outstanding. Brown rice, whole-wheat pitas, and all other foods are prepared without MSG, artificial flavorings, or preservatives. The hosts are friendly, cheerful, and accommodating. Open Tuesday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday for dinner only. Closed Sunday and Monday. Full service, catering, take-out, $$.

Co-Op Café

2130 Adelbert Rd., , Cleveland, OH 44106

(216) 368-3095

Natural foods. Located inside a fitness center called One to One, this non-profit café is open to non-club members as well as club members. Dishes, made at Food Co-op a couple blocks away, include Middle Eastern fare, Tofu-Stuffed Ravioli, and the Power Burger. Open Monday through Saturday for three meals. Closed Sunday. Limited service, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, take-out, $.

Empress Taytu

6125 St. Clair Ave., , Cleveland, OH 44103

(216) 391-9400

Ethiopian. Sample traditional vegetarian Ethiopian flavors with a serving of Lentils in Berbere Sauce or Mixed Legumes with Ginger Root, Rue Seed and Bishops Weed. Or just allow yourself to be are immersed in authentic Ethiopian music, art, and culture. Open Tuesday through Sunday for dinner. Full service, $$.

•• Limbo

12706 Larchmere Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44120

(216) 707-3333

Vegetarian. Limbo offers a great vegetarian menu of soups, salads, pizzas, sandwiches, entrées, and breakfast items. Try the Hummus and Pita with Black Olives and Cherry Tomatoes, a Mock Pepperoni and Mushroom pizza, a Four-Layer Spinach Lasagna, or a Falafel Burger with Lime Avocado Spread on a Knotted Sesame Bun. All dairy cheeses are rennet-free, and all eggs used are from free-range chickens that are hormone- and antibiotic-free. Smoking is limited to the patio and front porch areas. Open Tuesday for breakfast and lunch. Open Wednesday through Saturday for three meals. Open Sunday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Monday. Limited service, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, special drinks, take-out, catering, $.

Cleveland Heights

Aladdin's Eatery

12447 Cedar Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44106

(216) 932-4333

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Tommy's

1820 Coventry Rd., , Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

(216) 321-7757

Greek. Cleveland Heights natives have told us Tommy's is the place to go. Service is always friendly, and the atmosphere is very enjoyable. Menu items include tofu scamble and meatless sausage links for breakfast; salads; pizzas; seitan, tempeh, and tofu sandwiches; veggie burgers and dogs; falafel; hummus; spinach or potato pies; and dairy-free ice cream. Open daily for three meals. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, take-out, VISA/MC, $-$$.

Yaakov's Kosher Restaurant

13969 Cedar Rd., , Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

(216) 932-8848

Kosher. Excellent pizza, falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj, and eggplant Parmesan are featured at Yaakov's. Open Sunday through Thursday for lunch and dinner. Open Friday for lunch. Open Saturday after sunset. Cafeteria, vegan options, take-out, $.

Columbus

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Gahanna and Reynoldsburg.)

Aladdin's Eatery

2931 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43202

(614) 262-2414

2400 E. Main St., Columbus, OH 43209

(614) 586-1440

1423B Grandview Ave., Columbus, OH 43212

(614) 488-5565

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

•• Annapurna Indian Vegetarian Restaurant

5657 Emporium Sq., Columbus, OH 43231

(614) 523-3640

Vegetarian/Indian. The menu includes samosas, curry dishes, and rice made with cashews, golden raisins, and green peas. You can choose from a buffet or order é la carte. The service here is friendly, and interesting tapestries liven up an otherwise bland décor. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, VISA/MC, $$.

•• Benevolence

41 W. Swan St., Columbus, OH 43215

(614) 221-9330

Vegetarian. This is a highly environmentally-conscious business with an emphasis on fresh, natural ingredients. Lunch is served at large, meet-your-neighbor tables. Bread is baked fresh each morning, and soup and salad choices vary daily. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch. Open Saturday for breakfast. Closed Sunday. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, non-smoking, VISA/MC, $$.

•• Dosa Corner

1077 Old Henderson Rd., Columbus, OH 43220

(614) 459-5515

Vegetarian/Indian. Dosa Corner offers authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine with many vegan options. From dosas and uthappam to lentil dishes and curry, Dosa Corner gives you a lot of food for not a lot of money. Open Monday for dinner. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, special beverages, VISA/MC, $-$$.

•• Dragonfly Neo-V

247 King Ave., , Columbus, OH 43201

(614) 298-9986

Vegan/contemporary. Dragonfly New-V is an upscale restaurant offering innovative vegan cuisine. Using organic and local ingredients, their menu changes with the seasons, but their unique offerings may include Cornmeal Crusted Tofu, Creamy Polenta, or Handmade Gnocchi. Dragonfly is closed on Saturdays between brunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Open Tuesday through Friday for dinner. Open Saturday for brunch and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday. Full service, take-out, catering, fresh juices, wine/beer/alcohol, special beverages, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$$.

Estrada's Restaurant

240 King Ave., , Columbus, OH 43201

(614) 294-0808

Mexican. Estrada's offers the best Mexican food in town--inexpensive, fresh, and good. There are many vegetarian and a few vegan options offered. Lard is not used in the preparation of the food. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, catering, take-out, DISC, $.

Nong's Hunan Express

1634 Northwest Blvd., , Columbus, OH 43212

(614) 486-6630

Thai. Nong's offers a huge variety of vegetarian dishes, including soups and egg rolls. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for dinner only. Full service, vegetarian options, take-out, $$.

•• Pattycake Vegan Bakery

3009 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43202

(614) 784-2253

Vegan bakery. This quaint take-out bakery offers cakes, muffins, brownies, granola, cupcakes, and cookies. Pattycake accepts walk-in or bulk orders. A selection of wheat and gluten free cakes are available, including brownies made with spelt. Try their popular "marry me" blueberry muffin or the classic tollhouse chocolate chip cookie with nuts for an extra treat. Complement any order with a Kombucha fermented (alcohol free) tea. The colorfully decorated and comfy interior is only a preview of the yummy desserts to come! Open for breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday. Closed Sunday. Take-out, $.

Rigsby's Cuisine Volatile

698 N. High St., , Columbus, OH 43215

(614) 461-7888

American. The atmosphere at Rigsby's is formal. The menu offers several vegetarian and a few vegan selections. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, VISA, $$.

Taj Mahal Indian & Pakistani Cuisine

2247 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43201

(614) 294-0208

Indian. Taj Mahal serves authentic Indian and Pakistani cuisine. Try any number of dishes from the Vegetarian Specialties section of the menu, including Matar Paneer, Chana Masala, Alu Gobi, and many more. Taste a vegetable samosa or a homemade dessert. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday. Buffet for lunch, full service for dinner, vegan options, $-$$$.

•• Udipi Café

2001 E. Dublin Granville Rd., Columbus, OH 43229-3510

(614) 885-7446

Vegetarian/Indian. This highly-recommended restaurant offers a wide range of primarily vegan Indian dishes, including soups, curries, and dosas, at inexpensive prices. The service is prompt, and the weekday lunch buffet is extremely popular. Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, VISA/MC, $-$$.

•• Whole World Restaurant and Bakery

3269 N. High St., , Columbus, OH 43202

(614) 268-5751

Vegetarian/American. Whole World offers Tofu Sloppy Joes, veggie burgers, whole-wheat vegan pizzas, great vegetarian soups, and baked goods made without sugar. A wide variety of entrées is offered. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, vegan options, BYOB, take-out, catering, $-$$.

•• Woodlands Vegetarian Restaurant

Olentangy Sq. Plaza, 816 Bethel Rd., Columbus, OH 43214

(614) 459-4101

Vegetarian/Indian. Located near Ohio State University, Woodlands offers a menu of South Indian food, including soups, pakoras, dosas, idlys, curried vegetables. The lentil crepes are especially good. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, VISA/MC, $$.

Dayton

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Fairborn, Kettering, Miamisburg, Springfield, and Yellow Springs.)

Little Saigon

1718 Woodman Dr., Dayton, OH 45420

(937) 258-8010

Vietnamese. An extensive list of vegetarian selections is offered at Little Saigon. Some meatless dishes include sweet and sour vegetable soup, mixed vegetables with black bean sauce, sate vegetable fried rice, or marinated mushrooms in a clay pot. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, beer/wine, $-$$.

•• Raw Passion Bistro

600 E. 2nd St., Dayton, OH 45402

(555) 555-5555

Vegetarian/raw foods. Raw Passion Bistro is located in the 2nd Street Public Market in downtown Dayton. Most menu items are vegan and many are gluten-free. They use locally-grown and organic foods whenever possible along with biodegradable and compostable dishes and flatware. Prices are quite reasonable; check the display board for weekly specials. Cash only. Since this is in a public market, there is no phone number. Open Thursday and Friday for lunch. Open Saturday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Sunday through Wednesday. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, soymilk, fresh juices, special drinks, $.

Dublin

Aladdin's Eatery

6804 Perimeter Loop Rd., Dublin, OH 43017

(614) 588-0330

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Fairborn

Euro Bistro

1328 Kauffman Ave., , Fairborn, OH 45324

(513) 878-1989

Natural foods. See description under Dayton, OH.

Holland

The Grape Leaf Diner

909 S. McCord Rd., #6, Holland, OH 43528

(419) 868-9099

Middle Eastern. Vegetarian options, which are marked with a grape leaf, include Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage, Vegetarian Kebabs, Greek Spinach Pie, Mushroom Sauté, falafel, and several other items. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, catering, take-out, VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$.

Hudson

Aladdin's Eatery

44 Park Ln., Hudson, OH 44236

(330) 656-0560

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Pad Thai

5657 Darrow Rd., Hudson, OH 44236-4013

(330) 650-9998

Thai. Pad Thai's menu includes appetizers, soups, noodle and fried rice dishes, and desserts. It also features more than 40 vegetarian entrées, such as Basil Vegetarian Stir-Fry, Avocado Tofu, Garlic Eggplant, and Tofu or Vegetables made with yellow, green, or red curries. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, reservations accepted, beer/wine/alcohol, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Independence

Aladdin's Eatery

6901 Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131

(216) 642-7550

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Kettering

•• Kettering Hospital Cafeteria

3535 Southern Blvd., , Kettering, OH 45429

(513) 296-7262

Hospital cafeteria/vegetarian. A changing menu offers both vegetarian and vegan options, vegetarian sandwiches and burgers, an extensive salad bar, fresh baked breads, and desserts. Open daily for three meals. Cafeteria, vegan options, $.

Lakewood

Aladdin's Eatery

14536 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107

(216) 521-4005

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Loveland

The Veg Head

920-B Loveland Madeira Rd., Loveland, OH 45140

(513) 697-7090

Eclectic. The Veg Head, near Cincinnati, is a great place to get an inexpensive but very good meal. Although not completely veggie, they offer many vegetarian and vegan menu items including veggie burgers, wraps, and Philly sandwiches, Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, VISA/MC, $$.

Mayfield Village

Aladdin's Eatery

775 Som Center Rd., Mayfield Village, OH 44143

(440) 684-1168

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Miamisburg

•• Sycamore Hospital Cafeteria

2150 Leiter Rd., , Miamisburg, OH 45342

(513) 866-0551

Vegetarian. This establishment offers a changing menu that includes both vegetarian and vegan options, vegetarian sandwiches, a salad bar, fresh baked breads, and desserts. Open daily for three meals. Cafeteria, vegan options, $.

Middleburg Heights

Aladdin's Eatery

18334 E. Bagley Rd., Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

(440) 243-0800

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

North Canton

Bombay Sitar

4633 Belden Village St. NW, North Canton, OH 44718

(330) 493-0671

Indian. Bombay Sitar offers many vegetarian appetizers and entrées, including Vegetable Jal Frazi, Mushroom Matar (peas), Alo Chhole (potatoes and chickpeas), Alo Palak (potatoes and spinach), Bayngan Bharta (eggplant), and Bhindi Masala (orka). Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

North Olmsted

Kashmir Palace

26703 Brookpark Rd., , North Olmsted, OH 44070

(216) 779-5774

Indian. Vegetarian selections include Chole, Matar Paneer, and curry dishes. Open daily for dinner. Full service, smoothies, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Reynoldsburg

Sun Tong Luck Restaurant

6517 E. Livingston Ave., Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

(614) 863-2828

Chinese. Vegetarian dishes at Sun Tong include moo shu vegetable, vegetable lo mein, and Szechuan tofu. The friendly staff here is completely willing to accommodate special orders. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday. Full service, vegan options, special drinks, VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$.

Solon

Mustard Seed Market & Café

6025 Kruse Dr., Solon, OH 44139

(440) 519-3663

Natural foods store/café. See description under Akron, OH.

South Euclid

Peking Gourmet and Chinese Restaurant

13955 Cedar Rd., , South Euclid, OH 44118

(216) 397-9939

Chinese. Peking's separate vegetarian menu includes 70 vegetarian and vegan items, some of which include mock meats. They even serve vegan cheesecake. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for dinner. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer/alcohol, non-alcoholic wine/beer, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $.

Springfield

•• Strange Brew Coffee House

227 Cecil St., Springfield, OH 45503

(937) 322-4233

Vegan. This earthy restaurant serves non-dairy breakfasts such as Wheat-Meat Sausage with Biscuits and Gravy and Banana Walnut French Toast. Lunch and dinner items include Mr. Chic-A-Pea Potent No-Pocket Platter, mock tuna and mock egg salads, Miso Soup over Rice and Bok Choy, and a Blue Plate special. Also, they offer 50 different kinds of tea. Open daily for three meals. Full service, take-out, fresh juices, macrobiotic options, espresso/cappuccino, smoothies, soymilk, $.

Toledo

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Bowling Green and Holland.)

Aladdin's Eatery

4038 Talmadge Rd., Toledo, OH 43623

(419) 472-8004

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Jalmer's Health Foods

1488 Sylvania Ave., , Toledo, OH 43612

(419) 478-7918

Health foods store deli. Look for several veggie selections. Open Monday through Saturday. Closed Sunday. Limited service, fresh juices, take-out, VISA/MC, $.

Manos Greek Restaurant

1701 Adams St., , Toledo, OH 43624

(419) 244-4479

Greek. At Manos, choose from several appetizers and main dishes, including Baked Garlic, Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Spinach Pie, Baked Butter Beans, and Vegetarian Gyro. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday for dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, espresso/cappuccino, catering, VISA/MC/DISC/DC, $$.

Tandoor

2247 S. Reynolds Rd., , Toledo, OH 43614

(419) 385-7467

Indian. Tandoor is located one mile away from exit 4 of the Ohio Turnpike. You will find a wide selection of vegetarian curry dishes and Indian breads. Open for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer/alcohol, take-out, VISA/MC, $$.

West Chester

Aladdin's Eatery

9344 Union Centre Blvd., West Chester, OH 45069

(513) 874-1302

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

Westlake

Aladdin's Eatery

151 Crocker Park Blvd., Westlake-Crocker Park, Westlake, OH 44145

(440) 617-9005

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.

•• The Web of Life Natural Foods Market

25923 Detroit Rd., Westlake, OH 44145

(440) 899-2882

Vegan deli in a natural foods store. The Web of Life is an all-vegan, mostly organic restaurant, deli, and juice bar. Some of their many offerings include soups, Save the Fish Sticks, the Lasagna Dinner with salad, Open-Faced Tofurky, a Mediterranean Plate, vegan or oat burgers, tofu sandwiches, Meatless Meatball Subs, Falafel Roll-Ups, Veggie Dogs, Peanut Butter or Almond Butter n' Jelly sandwiches, pizzas made with vegan organic pizza dough, and Oatscreme Cones for dessert. Open Monday through Saturday for three meals. Open Sunday for lunch and early dinner. Limited service, take-out, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, special beverages, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $.

Yellow Springs

Ha Ha Pizza

108 Xenia Ave., , Yellow Springs, OH 45387

(937) 767-2131

Pizza. Ha Ha features homemade white or whole-wheat dough, sauce, and fresh vegetables. Several meat alternatives are offered. Soy cheese is available for the pizzas. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, $.

Sunrise Café

259 Xenia Ave., , Yellow Springs, OH 45387

(937) 767-7211

Natural foods. This charming restored 1940s diner continues to expand its vegetarian offerings and often weekly vegan dinner special.They use fresh ingredients, and everything is made from scratch. Open Wednesday through Monday for three meals. Closed Tuesday. Full service, vegan options, non-smoking, take-out, catering, VISA/MC, $.

Winds Café and Bakery

215 Xenia Ave., , Yellow Springs, OH 45387

(937) 767-1144

Natural foods. Specialties include fresh baked breads and pastries, Scrambled Tofu, and a constantly changing menu that always includes several vegetarian selections. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for brunch. Full service, vegan options, fresh juice, wine/beer/alcohol, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$.

Youngstown

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Boardman.)

Aladdin's Eatery

7325 South Ave., Youngstown, OH 44512

(330) 629-6450

Middle Eastern. See description under Akron, OH.